Westerly: meaning, definitions and examples

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westerly

 

[หˆwษ›stษ™rli ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

directional term

Westerly refers to something that is located towards or coming from the west. It can describe wind, a geographical location, or a movement that is oriented towards the west.

Synonyms

west, westerly-directed, westward.

Examples of usage

  • The westerly winds brought cooler temperatures.
  • They traveled in a westerly direction to reach the coast.
  • The westerly boundary of the property is marked by a fence.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'westerly' comes from the Old English word 'west', which means 'direction toward the setting sun'.
  • It combines 'west' with the suffix '-erly', similar to how โ€˜northerlyโ€™ relates to โ€˜northโ€™.
  • The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe winds or directions.

Meteorology

  • In meteorology, westerly winds are prevalent in many regions and can influence weather patterns significantly.
  • These winds can bring moist, temperate air from the Pacific Ocean to coastal areas.
  • The term 'westerly' is often used in weather forecasts to indicate wind direction, as it affects both temperature and precipitation.

Navigation

  • Sailors use cardinal directions, including 'westerly', for navigation, helping them find their way at sea.
  • Historically, sailing ships relied heavily on wind direction, with 'westerly' indicating favorable winds for traveling west.
  • Maps often indicate west at the top, which can lead to confusion in orientation; understanding 'westerly' supports accurate navigation.

Culture

  • In touristic terms, 'westerly' often describes locations or activities in western regions, such as 'westerly sunsets' being a popular attraction.
  • Folklore and stories from many cultures reference westerly paths as journeys toward knowledge or adventure.
  • In some literature, moving westerly can symbolize a journey into the unknown or the quest for freedom.

Geography

  • Westerly is also a name of a town in Rhode Island, which is a reminder that names often reflect solar or wind directions.
  • Geographers use terms like 'westerly' to describe climates and ecosystems influenced by western geographical factors.
  • Many famous regions, such as the American West, emphasize the cultural and historical significance of western directions.

Translations

Translations of the word "westerly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น occidental

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคถเฅเคšเคฟเคฎเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช westlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ barat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐั…ั–ะดะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zachodni

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฅฟใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท occidental

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ occidental

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท batฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„œ์ชฝ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบุฑุจูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zรกpadnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zรกpadnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฅฟๆ–น็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zahodni

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vestrรฆnn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐั‚ั‹ั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒกแƒแƒ•แƒšแƒ”แƒ—แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qษ™rb

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ occidental

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,280, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.